Biometric banking: smile if you want your chicken
Metrics related to human characteristics to authenticate identity and payment may take a little more time to measure up to expectations
Future of Payments 2017
From fintech disruptors to mobile payments in the developing world, the global finance industry is undergoing major changes. The Future of Payments special report, published in The Times, explores the impact Brexit will have on UK regulations and fees, advances in international business-to-business payments and some surprising statistics on "the unbankables”. The report also looks at the tough challenges facing traditional banks fighting to stay ahead of agile startups and the cost of poor access to financial services. In addition, it addresses fears sparked by the threat of biometric data theft and asks who will win the race to dominate peer-to-peer payments?
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Card payment fees: Brussels ban could put up prices
Shoppers love plastic, but paying by card can sometimes cost more, which is why the European Commission is slapping a ban on additional fees
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Who will win the battle for peer-to-peer payments?
Competition to dominate person-to-person payments is hotting up, but three contenders are making a strong claim
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Global payments: sparking a remittance revolution
Business money transfers have been slow to digitise and have fallen behind consumer payments
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Money movement makes the world go round
Sage are solidifying their stance as a power player in the future of money movement, says Seamus Smith, executive vice president, payments and banking
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Current accounts get upgrade as challenger banks shake up everyday payments
Traditional banks are missing a trick by undervaluing everyday payments and short-changing customer interaction, fuelling the rise of digitally native challengers
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Bitcoin moves towards the mainstream
From the unknown to the undeniable, cryptocurrencies are rapidly transforming the financial system and are set to alter our everyday existence, according to leading blockchain personal finance platform Wirex
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Consumers embrace new ways to pay
As we rapidly embrace digital payments, businesses need to be flexible if they are to thrive in the changing landscape, says global payments provider Paysafe
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Instant payments give consumers the experience they’ve longed for
Consumer demands for instant gratification, coupled with a rapid pace of innovation and new regulations, are transforming the global payments landscape, leaving traditional financial institutions playing catch-up
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Seize the big opportunities of a smaller world
Today’s connected world feels smaller than ever and the opportunities for companies that engage with global trade are immense, says Karen Penney, vice president and general manager of American Express Commercial Payments UK
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Advancing technology for fraud prevention
Leading experts on payment protection management and e-commerce solutions Verifi provide insights on preventing transaction disputes and chargeback fraud
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Q&A: Meeting the challenges of a changing world
Gary Conroy, chief commercial officer of TransferMate Global Payments, answers questions on fintech disruption and the future of payments
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Public Sector Technology 2020
Our Public Sector Technology special report, published in The Times, explores what Test and Trace can teach us, the implications of the first digital census, how open data could build trust and reform procurement, and much more. The featured infographic looks at how automation could revolutionise public sector organisations in the years to come.
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Future of Retail 2020
Our Future of Retail special report, published in The Times, examines how retail is expected to continue post-coronavirus, what brands need to know about social commerce, the new retail calendar, and so much more. The featured infographic looks at how coronavirus has impacted holiday season shopping and whether shoppers will cut-back and save or indulge more than previous years.
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Business Restructuring 2020
Our Business Restructuring special report, published in The Times, explores how to avoid short-term cuts and long-term losses, new ways retail brands are thriving, the pivot of sales teams during a pandemic, and more. The featured infographic looks at the near-term outlook for chief financial officers and what measures they are taking to shore up corporate finances
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Sustainable Investment 2020
Is ethical investing the key to avoid future pandemics? Our Sustainable Investment special report, published in The Times, examines how green investment could be the secret to post-pandemic recovery, the UK’s unique position to work towards a net-zero future, debunking ESG myths, and more. The featured infographic explores the key drivers for more conscious investments.